Systems and methods of electrolytic production of aluminum
US11078584B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 2, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/20
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In some embodiments, an exemplary electrolytic cell includes: a cathode structure disposed within an electrolysis cell, wherein the electrolysis cell is configured to produce metal on a surface of the cathode structure, wherein the cathode structure is configured to fit along a floor of the electrolysis cell, wherein the cathode structure has a sloped surface when compared to a generally horizontal plane, and wherein via the sloped surface, the cathode structure is configured to drain a metal product from the sloped surface towards a lower end of the cathode structure.
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